Now is the time to back him.
This isn't about a GK vs GK. It's about making sure he is in the best position to start next season on fire. Clearly he is a potentially elite talent.
Bart is 20/21. I'd be amazed if Rushworth is anywhere near his level. GKs are harshly treated. He's a child in terms of his position and already an international. A fantastic talent.
It's percentiles Vs all other GKs in the major leagues.
In other words Verbruggen is the top 10% of GKs for prevented goals and Steele is in the bottom 20%.
Statistically the closest player to Bart is Alisson.
Obviously you make allowances for the difference in the league quality, but his...
Means stats wise the only thing Steele does better is pass the ball long.
Obviously it's 'only' the Belgian league so that needs to be taken into consideration.
Most of the basic GK stats Bart far excels Steele at
Steele has to start, he deserves that.
But, you could see Bart ending the season as our number one.
Important to remind everyone he is CRAZY young for a GK.
Statistically he looks a massive upgrade. As I've said before, Steele did well for us and surprised many with the ball at his feet but he isn't and never will be a top level GK. Really excited by this signing.